Responsible gaming
Gambling should always be a form of entertainment. Here's how to keep it that way — and where to find help.
Resort Scenery is committed to promoting responsible gaming. As an informational publication, we believe that anyone visiting a casino hotel should have easy access to the tools and resources that keep gambling safe and enjoyable. This page is here to help.
Know your limits
- Set a budget before you play and treat it as the cost of entertainment — never money you can't afford to lose.
- Set a time limit and take regular breaks away from the gaming floor.
- Never chase losses or borrow money to keep playing.
- Don't gamble to escape stress, and never mix gambling with excessive alcohol.
- Remember that every casino game carries a house edge — the odds always favour the casino over time.
Signs of problem gambling
- Spending more time or money gambling than you intended.
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or preoccupied with gambling.
- Chasing losses or lying about how much you gamble.
- Gambling interfering with work, relationships, or finances.
If any of these feel familiar, help is free, confidential, and available across Canada.
Support resources
In Ontario, call ConnexOntario at 1-866-531-2600 — free, confidential help, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Nationwide, the Responsible Gambling Council offers information and support.
| Province | Service | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | ConnexOntario | 1-866-531-2600 |
| British Columbia | BCLC GameSense | gamesense.com |
| Alberta | AHS Addiction Helpline | 1-866-332-2322 |
| Quebec | Jeu : aide et référence | 1-800-461-0140 |
| Manitoba | Manitoba Addictions Helpline | 1-855-662-6605 |
| Nova Scotia | Nova Scotia Gambling Support | 1-888-347-8888 |
| Saskatchewan | Problem Gambling Helpline | 1-800-306-6789 |
| Nationwide | Responsible Gambling Council | responsiblegambling.org |
- GameSense (BCLC)Information and tools to help you keep gambling in check. gamesense.com
- Canadian Centre on Substance Use and AddictionResearch and resources on gambling and addiction. ccsa.ca
- Self-exclusion programsEvery provincial gaming authority offers a voluntary self-exclusion program that lets you bar yourself from casino floors for a set period. Ask at any casino's guest services or contact your provincial regulator.
Disclaimer: Resort Scenery is an independent informational website and not a gambling platform. We do not operate any casino, accept bets, or process payments. This page is provided for information only and is not a substitute for professional advice. If you need help, please contact one of the services listed above.